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melinda128
melinda128

Does everything shrink along with your vagina? This is driving me nuts! I think everything below is. Is anybody else having this problem in post menopause? I am 57. I love having sex. But, this is major problem.

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  • sharPharmD
    sharPharmD melinda128

    Posted

    Unfortunately the drop in Estrogen (and even testosterone) may cause the shrinkage. You can try FabuVag vaginal moisturizer, which is non-hormonal. If that doesn't help you may have to resort to Estrogen and Testosterone vaginal Cream. Please let me know if you have any questions. I actually specialize in female hormones and sexual dysfunction

    • maisie05
      maisie05 sharPharmD

      Posted

      Hi sharPharmD

      Do you know if I use vagifem pessaries, does the estrogen reach the uterus? Or stay local? I have been advised to not use hrt patches as I have fibroids and the hrt feeds the fibroids.

    • melinda128
      melinda128 sharPharmD

      Posted

      I am already on estradiol patch biweekly and p. hormone. I started using estrace cream. Got down to twice a week on estrace and still some what dry. Then, I ended up with a uti went into kidney infection landed me in hospital. So, I don't know should I start back on estrace? Thank you for responding.

    • Suki_girl
      Suki_girl maisie05

      Posted

      i understand that some of the oestrogen in vagifem gets absorbed systemically but nowhere near the amount if hormones are taken orally.
    • melinda128
      melinda128 sharPharmD

      Posted

      Will estrace help with the shrinking of the vag. and clit? I know it helps with dryness. Thanks.
    • melinda128
      melinda128 sharPharmD

      Posted

      I have never had mine checked. It has never been mentioned by my doctor. I go for a follow up soon. Maybe sooner. How do women take testosterone? I am learning more about my sexual health now. But, there is so many questions. They tell females about sex atleast they did when I was growing up, having babies and taking care of them. But, somewhere I missed out on the info on menopause and postmenopause. What it does to your vag. and clit. and your sex life. I am so sorry I am rambling on. Thank you so much. I will probably have more questions.

    • teri98458
      teri98458 sharPharmD

      Posted

      Good morning

      I was looking for your email where you sent me all the new meds for curing BV...the vaginal cream inserts as well as the pills;could you please list them again. Have a blessed day and thanks in advanced

      Teri

  • Suki_girl
    Suki_girl melinda128

    Posted

    I was having the same problem. Dry vag, felt too tight during sex, sex became painful. I am now on ovestin cream which very rapidly restored me to having a much younger looking plump vulva, more elasticity in the vag, more natural lubrication and wonderful sex again!
    • melinda128
      melinda128 Suki_girl

      Posted

      I was using estrace. I don't know should I go back to it? I do not have many options. Thank you. I don't like the shrinking in ALL areas one bit! Thanks again.

    • Suki_girl
      Suki_girl melinda128

      Posted

      Is estrace a cream that you insert into your vagina? Why did you stop? The risks are far lower than with systemic oestrogen.
    • melinda128
      melinda128 Suki_girl

      Posted

      Yes, you insert the cream vaginally. I had stopped when I was in the hospital for a kidney infection. I couldn't use it while I had an infection. Before the kidney infection, there was an uti. So, I haven't got back on track. Tonight, I am starting back. The HRT has made a huge difference in my life. Now if I can get my vag. and clit on track I will be a happy lady!

    • maisie05
      maisie05 melinda128

      Posted

      I think I would use a non hormonal vaginal moisturiser on your other bits and use the  estrace internally. Only my opinion, hopefully no more uti's. 

      Good luck, we'll be thinking of you!  Jealously! 

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